Stress management
Stress, insomnia, anxiety, lack of concentration and easy fatigability stems from an imbalance between the mind and the shen. This could be a result of long term emotional suppression, work overload, sudden grief or dealing with a chronic illness. Such conditions respond well to a combination of acupuncture, moxa and cupping therapies. Coupled with them, the required dietary changes and lifestyle modification equips you to deal with challenges in life better.
Stress management
Stress, insomnia, anxiety, lack of concentration and easy fatigability stems from an imbalance between the mind and the shen. This could be a result of long term emotional suppression, work overload, sudden grief or dealing with a chronic illness. Such conditions respond well to a combination of acupuncture, moxa and cupping therapies. Coupled with them, the required dietary changes and lifestyle modification equips you to deal with challenges in life better.
- A well-placed needle sets off a cascade of events:
- Through the neurohumoral pathway; producing a signal that travels along the spinal cord to the brain, triggering a release of neurotransmitters such as beta-endorphins, serotonin and enkephalins. (Pomeranz, 1987, Zijlstra 2003, Zhao 2008, Cheng 2009).
- Reduction of inflammation by promoting release of vascular and immunomodulatory factors thereby reducing pain. (Kim 2008, Kavoussi 2007, Zijlstra 2003).
- Through enhancing local microcirculation, by increasing the diameter and blood flow velocity of peripheral arterioles. It can repair muscle injuries and strengthen weak muscles or relax tense ones. (Komori 2009).
- Due to the concentrated placement of acupoints around the joints, it can influence the stimulation of nerve growth factor and bone growth factors; thereby facilitating tissue regeneration. (Gh, He, Ruan Jw, Zeng Ys, X. Zhou, Y. Ding, and Zhou Gh, 2015)
As per Classical Chinese Medicine, regular Acupuncture sessions in the long run promote production and circulation of Qi, blood and body fluids as well as aids the transformation process by eliminating toxins through sweat, urine and faeces. This in turn optimises immunity, improves appetite, energy levels and sleep, regularises bowel movements and helps manage stress better.
The safety profile of acupuncture is excellent, with very few adverse events when performed by a trained practitioner.
As no two patients are alike, the duration of the treatment vastly depends on the patient’s age, health habits and the severity of the condition.